Scientific Team Lead, Medical Communications

Parexel has an excellent opportunity for a Scientific Team Lead to join our global Medical Communication team. The Scientific Team Lead acts as primary scientific client contact, provide strategic oversight, and leading/managing assigned accounts and team(s)

Key Accountabilities:Anticipate and troubleshoot potential account and client issuesGlobal operational leadership and resource, administration and line management ofgeographically diverse account teams to ensure profitable and quality service deliveryShort-, mid-, and long-term project and resource management and business planningDevelop and champion scientific and editorial quality standards and best practices within teamsAct as a role model and provide coaching/mentorship and feedback to team membersProvide strategic input to, and scientific budgeting of, business opportunities and deliverables in conjunction with Business Development and Account ManagementParticipate in proposal development and client pitches for business winning Comprehensive understanding of the organization’s service offerings and processesQualificationsQualified candidates will possess:

Minimum Work Experience

Extensive agency and management experience of a scientific team

Broad experience in scientific and editorial management and delivery of the key offering and services within MedCom

Experience of reviewing, developing, and implementing editorial processes and effective working practices

Possess a positive approach to change that encourages innovation and creativity

Be willing to challenge and devise new approaches to communication techniques

Education

Degree or higher degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or Medicine (BSc, BA, PharmD, PhD, MD)

Skills

Well-developed motivational and leadership qualities demonstrated within a scientific and editorial team

Solid scientific background, a depth and breadth of writing and editorial experience

Strong client-focused approach to work, ability to relate to key client personnel and

KOL/Faculty in an assertive and professional manner, confident handling of difficult scenarios

or client dissatisfaction

Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to negotiate with other departments and resolve conflicts

Effective project and resource management; proven ability to handle a broad range of clients and/or accounts

Proactive, advanced problem-solving approach to team-specific and company-wide issues Proven ability to train and develop people and undertake skills assessment, identifying business needs, creating development plans to address gaps, and resolving performance issues promptly and effectively

Aptitude for financial monitoring and efficiency assessment of projects

Good delegation skills

Ability to keep calm under pressure

Excellent writing, editing, and reviewing skills

Excellent quality control (attention to detail, process application, consistency, and SOP adherence

A flexible approach with respect to work assignments

Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and to prioritize workload

Willingness to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork

Willingness to undertake continuous professional learning and development

Highly IT literate – advanced experience with Microsoft-based applications and general knowledge of PC functions

EEO DisclaimerParexel is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.